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Jackson State University
1440 J R Lynch St
Jackson, MS 39217		 General information
 (601) 979-2121

Type of institution: Public, 4-year or above
Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Degrees offered: Bachelor degrees, Masters degrees, Certificates/Post-Master's Certificates, Doctor's degrees
Carnegie classification: Research Universities (high research activity)
Number of students: 8,698 (2007)
2009-2008 Undergraduate application fee:----

About this School
Jackson State University, often abridged as Jackson State or by its initials JSU is a historically black university located in Jackson, Mississippi founded in 1877. Jackson State University has been especially noted for its successful business and computer departments, being among the highest ranked in the United States. Its current president is Dr. Ronald Mason, Jr.
 
History
Jackson State University was founded in 1877 as the Natchez Seminary by the American Baptist Home Mission Society in Natchez, Mississippi. The seminary hoped to promote the moral, religious, and intellectual improvement of Christian leaders of the colored people of Mississippi and the neighboring states. In 1882, the institution moved to Jackson because of its central location in the state, and shortly thereafter the name was changed to Jackson College. For sixty-three years the school operated as a private church school. In 1940, the college became a state institution for training rural and elementary school teachers. The first bachelor’s degrees were awarded in 1944. In subsequent years, the name changed to Jackson State College. Expansion of the curriculum and facilities elevated the college to university status in 1974; thus, the name changed to Jackson State University. In 1980, JSU became the first and only historically Black institution to offer the Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. JSU now leads the nation in the education of Black professional meteorologists and atmospheric scientists - many of whom work in media, government, and private endeavors. 1970 marked the year of the infamous Jackson State killings, in which two students were left dead after a riot. In 1977, the school celebrated its centennial. In 1979, Jackson State University was officially designated the Urban University of Mississippi, and as such, seeks solutions for urban problems through its programs and activities. The University is pledged to the advancement of a free society and continued progress of democracy. In 1983, the University completed an $11.2-million capital campaign that resulted in the renovation and improvement of several campus buildings and provided for expanded programs offered in continuing education. New buildings and extended renovations began in the 2003-2004 academic year, including processes of beautification and extension.
 
Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
Tuition and Fees2009-20082008-20072007-2006
In-State$ 4,634$ 4,476$ 4,182
Out of State$ 11,978$ 10,072$ 9,482
Books and Supplies$ 2,100$ 1,900$ 1,900
On-Campus
Room and board$ 5,720$ 5,534$ 5,274
Other Expenses$ 4,600$ 4,506$ 4,200
Off Campus
Room and board$ 6,100$ 6,100$ 6,100
Other Expenses$ 4,700$ 4,500$ 4,300
Off Campus w/ family
Other Expenses$ 4,700$ 4,500$ 4,300

Financial aid 2006-2007

Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 67% $ 2,076
State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 13% $ 621
Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 32% $ 3,280
Loans to students 67% $ 2,114
 
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